J.J. Watt's Fourth-Grade Teacher Is Retiring, And He Has Special Surprise For Her

J.J. Watt's fourth-grade teacher, Mrs. Keefe, is retiring after 41 years, and the NFL star surprised her by popping into her classroom with a big cake.

Other gifts included shoes and a trip to Houston with her husband to attend Watt's annual charity softball game that benefits his foundation, which is focused on providing after-school activities for kids.

"She was one of the first people to believe in my dream of playing for the Badgers and eventually the NFL and she has taught, inspired and motivated many others," Watt wrote on his Instagram account. "She is incredible and I couldn't be more thankful to still have her in my life."